Explore the essential foundations of statistical analysis for political science and international relations using IBM SPSS Statistics. Learn about research approaches, data sources, and the basics of working with SPSS.
This course introduces learners to the core concepts of social science research and the practical use of IBM SPSS Statistics. You will examine key philosophical approaches to research, understand the research cycle, and become familiar with important data sources in political science. The course then guides you through the SPSS interface, data management, and the principles of measurement, preparing you to confidently handle and describe categorical data. Through clear explanations and practical demonstrations, this course builds a strong foundation in both research methodology and SPSS skills. Learners will gain the confidence to approach data analysis in political science and international relations with a critical and informed perspective. This course is part one of a three-course Specialization designed to build a complete and cohesive understanding of the subject. While it offers valuable skills on its own, you'll gain the most benefit by progressing through all three courses as a structured learning journey. This course is based on Statistics for Politics and International Relations Using IBM SPSS Statistics, by Helen M. Williams. Copyright ©2020 by Sage Publications Limited. All rights reserved, including rights for text and data mining and training of artificial technologies or similar technologies. Published by Sage Publications Limited, London. Used by arrangement with Sage Publications Limited.
